Achraf Hakimi was born in Madrid, Spain, to Moroccan immigrant parents. This multicultural background would later influence his decision to represent Morocco on the international stage.

At the age of eight, Hakimi joined Real Madrid’s youth academy, La Fábrica, where he quickly stood out for his pace, technique, and versatility.

Hakimi began playing for Real Madrid Castilla, marking his first steps into professional football. This period was crucial for his development and eventual promotion to the first team.

At 18, Hakimi was promoted to Real Madrid’s first team, making his debut in a 2-0 win against Espanyol and scoring his first goal against Sevilla. He was part of the squad that won the Champions League, La Liga, and the Club World Cup.

Seeking more playing time, Hakimi was sent on a two-year loan deal to Borussia Dortmund, where he won the DFL-Supercup in 2019 and further developed his skills.

Hakimi signed with Serie A side Inter Milan for a reported fee of €40 million, helping the club win the 2020–21 Serie A title, their first in 11 years.

Paris Saint-Germain signed Hakimi for a reported fee of €70 million. He quickly became a vital part of the team’s defense and attack, helping PSG win Ligue 1 titles and other domestic trophies.

Hakimi made his full international debut for Morocco at 17, coming on as a substitute in a 4–0 win against Canada. This marked the beginning of his successful international career.

Hakimi led Morocco to a historic semi-final run in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, scoring a memorable Panenka penalty against Spain in the round of 16.

Hakimi was included in the Moroccan Olympic football team for the 2024 tournament in France as one of their three overage players, also being selected to captain the team.

As of today, Hakimi continues to be a key player for PSG, competing for domestic and European titles, and remains one of the best right-backs in the world.